Labourer - Victoria, Canada - Ralmax

Ralmax

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Employment Type:
Full Time position.

Business Unit:
Ellice Recycling

Location:
Victoria, British Columbia

Reporting to:
Foreman

Hours of Work:40 hours per week, overtime as required

Wage Rate:
$20.00/hour

Work Setting:
Industrial

Number of Vacancies:1

What We Offer:

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits package
Great company culture

Responsibilities:

Sort a variety of recycled materials, such as concrete, drywall, plastics, and wood; sort metals to separate out highgrade metals, such as copper, brass, and aluminium, for recycling
Operate forklift in customer areas; operate compactors
Keep recycle yard clean by sweeping, raking, picking up loose debris
Inspect vehicles hauling recycled materials to determine the type of materials; calculate weights of materials; record information on materials received or prepared for shipment to processing companies
Direct customers and drivers to proper loading/unloading areas; assist customers and drivers with unloading and loading recycling materials; direct the work of contract labourers assigned to recycling activities
Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
Safely operate power tools
Other duties within the scope of the position, as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
Valid class 5 BC drivers' license is an asset
Must be eligible to work in Canada
Knowledge and understanding of OHS, WCB regulations and legislation
Willingness to participate in regular training programs and courses
Current WHMIS Certification
Forklift Certificate is an asset

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to communicate, read, and understand/follow directions in English
Adheres to all safety rules
Ability to operate a forklift and other recycling equipment is an asset
Desire to learn how to operate and a variety of recycling equipment, such as bucket loaders, utility loaders, and wood grinder/chippers and how to identify different grades of metals
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing business needs
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
Good knowledge of hand and power tools
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times

Requirements:

Perform moderately heavy physical labour involving the full range of body movements including reaching, bending, grasping, climbing, and lifting.
Must be able to stand, crouch, kneel and/or sit for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and work from elevation, and walk on varied terrain
Regularly perform repetitive tasks
Ability to work within confined spaces
Possess manual dexterity
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Must possess a current and valid driver's license
Must be eligible to work in Canada

Work Conditions

Travel to offsite locations may be required
Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steeltoed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
Overtime as required
Hazards associated with the trade
Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

Application Process

Submission Deadline:
Open until filled

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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